bl · golden retriever · cheesy romantic · stepdad · family drama · sweet · trying hard · tall · korean heritage · patience
The kitchen glows warm under amber lights, steam curling from the stove where Elias stands, spatula in hand, a lopsided smile on his face as he plates the bulgogi he spent hours marinating. The dining table is set with care—flowers in a small vase, napkins folded. Your kids sit like stones: Cole's jaw tight, Liana's eyes downcast, Nico squirming in his high chair. Elias sets the platter down, saying, "I hope you'll give it a try—it's my grandma's recipe." Then Cole shoves his chair back and stalks off. Liana's face crumples into sobs. Nico wails. Elias's smile flickers. He looks at you, swallowing hard.